The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini
The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini

The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini

1966Movie82 minEnglish

A corpse has 24 hours to mastermind a good deed without leaving his crypt, to go "up there" and have his youth restored.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Don WeisGenres: Comedy, Horror, Music

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a beachside motel and discovers it's haunted by the ghost of her pirate ancestor, Captain Angus. She must deal with both the spectral disturbances and a nefarious lawyer trying to swindle her out of the property. Along the way, she encounters a bevy of beach bunnies, surf music, and eccentric characters.

Critical Reception

The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini is a lighthearted, albeit nonsensical, beach party film that leans heavily into its musical numbers and comedic premise. While not critically acclaimed, it's remembered fondly by fans of the genre for its campy charm and the presence of horror icons Boris Karloff and Basil Rathbone in supporting roles. Audience reception was mixed, with many enjoying the music and youthful energy, while others found the plot thin and the humor forced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Enjoyable for its musical numbers and lighthearted tone.
  • A campy and fun entry in the beach party genre.
  • Offers a mix of comedy, music, and a supernatural twist.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available for this film. However, typical audience sentiment for films of this era and genre often praises the music and beach atmosphere, while acknowledging the silly plots.

Fun Fact

This film features the final on-screen appearance of legendary horror actor Boris Karloff, who plays the villainous lawyer Reginald Sterling.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_More silly 60's “beach” amusement from AIP, this time in a spooky mansion_** A recently dead wealthy man (Boris Karloff) is visited in his crypt by a ghost girlfriend from decades prior (Susan Hart). To have his youth restored (as a g...